Derek Kevra

Detroit

Meteorologist at WJBK-TV (Detroit, MI)

AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist for Fox 2 News Detroit. Weatherboy antics with Alan Longstreet (we do crazy things and try not to break a leg).

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Metro Detroit weather: Another mild day before cooler temps arrive

1 week ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

Clouds are on the move across Metro Detroit today, gradually filling in as we go. It’s still mild, though — highs near 72 with an east breeze tapping in at 10 to 20 mph, just enough to flutter the flags and rustle the leaves. Tonight, cooler air slides in under the cloud blanket, and after midnight we’ll start picking up some scattered showers. Lows dip to around 55, and it’s the opening act for a damp midweek stretch. Wednesday’s all about the clouds and the drizzle.
Michigan is the middle of one of its most active tornado seasons ever

2 weeks ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

It's been a busy year for severe weather in Michigan and tornadoes have been a frequent sighting during the storms. It's still a ways away from the record, but the state has already confirmed five times more than what normally happens. Big picture view: On May 15, late-night severe weather moving across Michigan spawned three tornadoes, depositing them across rural portions of the state. It's part of a trend in 2025, which has showcased one of the most active weather seasons in recent memory.
Metro Detroit weather: Cool Monday with sunshine as clouds clear

2 weeks ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

Clouds are thinning out across Metro Detroit today, giving way to more sunshine as the afternoon wears on. But don’t let the brightening skies fool you — it’s still a cooler-than-normal May day, with highs only reaching around 64 degrees. You might want to keep that light jacket handy, especially this evening. Temps dip tonight under partly cloudy skies, falling to a chilly 43 degrees by early morning. We’re not done with the cool pattern just yet.
Michigan bird migration: Influx expected over next few days

3 weeks ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

An influx of migrating birds is expected over Michigan this week. Over the next 48 hours, birdwatchers have a good chance of spotting birds that are headed back up north after the winter, including warblers and Baltimore orioles. This spike in migration is fueled by high pressure moving counterclockwise in the Gulf of Mexico and blowing up toward the Midwest.
Feisty weather week continues in Southeast Michigan with hot temperatures and gusty winds

1 month ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

Tuesday is expected to be one of the hottest day of 2025 with conditions expected to hit the 80s for the first time of the year. The wind and spotty showers felt earlier in the day will be present later as well. Big picture view: It’s a warm one out there in Southeast Michigan with highs near 82 degrees and just a hint of humidity teasing that summer feel. But don’t get too cozy — this is a day when the weather keeps you guessing.
Metro Detroit weather: Morning rain ahead of a windy Monday

1 month ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

Morning rain and some rumbles of thunder could greet Metro Detroit to start the week, but don’t worry — it’s not an all-day affair. Showers and storms should move out by around 11 a.m., leaving behind a much windier setup for the afternoon. Winds will crank up quickly, with steady speeds between 15 and 30 mph and gusts topping out near 45 mph. Hold onto your hats — and your trash bins. Despite the wind, temperatures will make a solid run to around 70 degrees by early afternoon.
Michigan bug outlook: What to expect as spring arrives in Metro Detroit

1 month ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

Common wasp (Vespula vulgaris) queen on leaf close up. (Photo by: Arterra/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) As Metro Detroit transitions from winter to spring, this year's unusual seasonal change has set the stage for a potentially unpredictable start to bug season. January and February were colder than average, while March surprised everyone with a warmth that came in a full six degrees above normal.
Metro Detroit flood warning: Four counties at risk

2 months ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for portions of four counties after Wednesday night's heavy rains. Most of Southeast Michigan had been under a flood warning until 10 a.m. on Thursday. However, that expired and the NWS replaced it with an updated and more targeted section that is under a flood warning. Eastern Washenaw County, most of Wayne County, southeastern Oakland County, and the southern half of Macomb County are all under a flood warning until 4 p.m. on Thursday.
4 tornadoes confirmed Sunday in Michigan

2 months ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra |Amber Eikenberry

Four tornadoes touched down in Michigan on Sunday evening. The National Weather Service confirmed that tornadoes touched down in Cass County and Kent County on the west side of the state and Ingham County near Lansing. Timeline: One of the tornadoes, an EF-1 twister, hit Edwardsburg in Cass County near the Indiana border at 4:52 p.m. The storm with nearly 100 mph winds snapped trees and caused damage to buildings while on the ground for three minutes.
Metro Detroit weather: Cooler day ahead of potentially severe storms Wednesday

2 months ago | fox2detroit.com | Derek Kevra

Try to enjoy today’s mix of sun and clouds because things are about to change in a big way. Highs this afternoon peak around 44 degrees, which is cool for this time of year, but at least it’s dry. Winds stay light through most of the day, and we hold onto some sunshine between the clouds. As we head into tonight, conditions become breezier with clouds continuing to thicken. Lows drop to around 35, but thanks to increasing winds, it may feel a bit colder by morning.